Kodak Z1485 IS vs Nikon S9700

On this page, we will be contrasting the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Nikon S9700, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Z1485 IS (14MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively close but the Z1485 IS (1/1.72") and S9700 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z1485 IS was unveiled 6 years prior to the S9700 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Z1485 IS grades against the S9700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS & Nikon Coolpix S9700. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z1485 IS Gallery & Nikon S9700 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Kodak Z1485 IS comes with outside measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

See the Kodak Z1485 IS versus Nikon S9700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Z1485 IS compared to the S9700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z1485 IS and S9700 is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z1485 IS and S9700.

Plainly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z1485 IS with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon S9700 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older Z1485 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.